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WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Coo - you ought to have seen ours
The Caption reads Coo! You ought to have seen ours. The bombs look like what were called Butterfly bombs. These were anti-personnel weapons dropped for people to pick up, at which point the top end opened up and exploded, sending pieces of metal into the air. The Prime Ministers message is This is the time for everyone to stand together and hold firm. Cute Kids WW2 Wartime humour Date: 1945
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Coo! You Ought to Have Saw Our Butterfly Bombs: A Charming WW2-Era Comic Postcard During the tumultuous times of the Second World War, even in the midst of adversity, humor found a way to surface. This delightful comic postcard, dated 1945, captures the essence of wartime whimsy with its playful depiction of 'Butterfly Bombs.' The caption reads, "Coo! You ought to have seen ours." The image below showcases two children, wide-eyed and curious, pointing towards an array of butterfly-shaped bombs. These were anti-personnel weapons, designed to be dropped and left for unsuspecting individuals to pick up. Once picked up, the top end of the bomb would open, releasing a shower of metal shrapnel upon explosion. Amidst the chaos and danger of war, the Prime Minister's message of unity and resilience is inscribed at the bottom: "This is the time for everyone to stand together and hold firm." The innocence and lightheartedness of the children's expression contrast sharply with the grim reality of the situation, making for a poignant and humorous reminder of the human spirit's ability to find joy in the most unexpected places. Published by Regent Artists, this charming postcard was illustrated by Kit Forres, featuring a little girl in a German dress, holding a butterfly bomb, adding an extra layer of irony to the already amusing scene. This piece of history offers a glimpse into the wartime humor and the unwavering spirit of the people during the 1940s.
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